Surface Headphones 2+ now certified for Microsoft Teams without needing a dongle

Microsoft’s business headphones can now get the most out of Teams while connecting through Bluetooth.

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What you need to know

Microsoft’s Surface Headphones 2+ just gained a significant new capability through a firmware update. The headphones are now Teams-certified when connected through Bluetooth. Before the update, users would have had to connect a pair of Surface Headphones 2+ through a dongle to access certain features for Microsoft Teams.

The Surface Headphones 2+ are a business-oriented version of Microsoft’sSurface Headphones 2.They support high-quality Microsoft Teams calls, media controls, and have dedicated Teams buttons. Now, people can access those features when connected through Bluetooth, though the option to use a dongle is still available.

Here’s what’s new in the latest firmware update, aslisted by Microsoft:

Users can update the Surface Headphones 2+ through the Surface App on the Microsoft Store or the Microsoft Accessory Updater tool for the Mac App Store. The latest update will bring the headphones to version 1.0.7.44 or later.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.